What is ArcGIS used for?
ArcGIS Online is a cloud-based mapping and analysis solution. Use it to make maps, analyze data, and to share and collaborate. Get access to workflow-specific apps, maps and data from around the globe, and tools for being mobile in the field.
How do I start ArcGIS?
You’ll start a new map, become familiar with ArcMap’s user interface, and find the project’s study area.
- Start ArcMap.
- Close the ArcMap – Getting Started window.
- On the Standard toolbar, click the arrow next to the Add Data button and choose Add Data From ArcGIS Online.
How does ArcGIS work?
When you start the tutorial, browse to the project package on your computer instead of searching for it on ArcGIS Online.
- Introducing ArcGIS Pro.
- Navigate maps and scenes.
- Create a project.
- Add data to a project.
- Explore your data.
- Create a project template.
- Import an ArcMap document.
- Author a map.
What does ArcGIS stand for?
ArcGIS is geospatial software to view, edit, manage and analyze geographic data. Esri develops ArcGIS for mapping on desktop, mobile, and web. Their motto is “Science of Where”. As such, the focus for ArcGIS is on location intelligence and analytics.
How do I work through the ArcGIS for desktop tutorials?
Find the tutorial that you would like to work through by clicking the links in the tables below. To work through the ArcGIS for Desktop tutorials, you need to install the tutorial data from the ArcGIS for Desktop Tutorial Data setup, which is part of the ArcGIS for Desktop installation download or media.
Is there an ArcGIS 10 5 documentation?
This ArcGIS 10.5 documentation has been archived and is no longer updated. Content and links may be outdated. See the latest documentation. This topic provides a set of links to a collection of various ArcGIS tutorials used to perform a number of common tasks in ArcGIS.
Where can I find real-world scenario tutorials in ArcGIS?
Real-world scenario tutorials are available on the Learn ArcGIS website that can teach you the entire ArcGIS Platform. To work through the ArcGIS Desktop tutorials, you need to install the tutorial data from the ArcGIS Desktop Tutorial Data setup, which is part of the ArcGIS Desktop installation download.
Where can I learn more about ArcGIS?
Keep in mind that these tutorials are only a starting point for you to learn about ArcGIS. You can find real-world tutorials that teach you the entire ArcGIS Platform, at the Learn ArcGIS website.
